Churches of St Barnabas & St Patrick, Parish of High Spen & Rowlands Gill

Churches of St Barnabas & St Patrick, Parish of High Spen & Rowlands Gill The churches of St Barnabas & St Patrick are in the Diocese of Durham within The Church of England. All are welcome. CHURCH OF ST BARNABAS
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THE PARISH
The Parish of High Spen & Rowlands Gill lies in the heart of the Derwent Valley, to the western edge of Gateshead District and bordering County Durham. There are two parish churches: St Barnabas Rowlands Gill and St Patrick High Spen, and these fall within the Gateshead West Deanery. The Parish was formed in 1962, having previously been part of Winlaton Parish, and the two churches have shared one clergy post since its inception. Barnabas is positioned in the very centre of Rowlands Gill next to Tesco’s. Built of brick in 1956 to a traditional design the new St. Barnabas replaced the tin church which had been on the same site. In the nave there is seating for about 120 on the “Mousey” Thompson oak pews, but the organ and choir balcony above the rear of the nave can accommodate up to 30 extra people. The church garth is well maintained and attractive and has won many awards. There are benches within the garden which are well used by local people. Services at St Barnabas: Alternate Sundays 10.00am Holy Communion. Messy Church with crafts, activities stories and refreshments on occasional Sundays at 3.00pm. Wednesday 9.30am service via zoom. CHURCH OF ST PATRICK
St Patrick’s Church was consecrated on 17 March 1890 and, until recently, has undergone very little alteration. It is located midway between the villages of High Spen and Highfield but is not physically within either of those communities. However, it enjoys splendid views of the Derwent Valley and surrounding area and its grounds adjoin the much-visited public cemetery. Services at St Patrick's: Alternate Sundays 10.00am Holy Communion

ABOUT US
St Barnabas and St Patrick have active and enthusiastic teams behind all major events which occur at both churches. The Parish has a Church hall at St Barnabas' which opens its doors to the community and has numerous events taking place throughout the year. Other regular events and 'special days' include; Jazz night, Quiz Nights, Parish Breakfasts, Church Fairs, Family Barbeques, the Tree lighting & Christmas 'Big Sing' Carol Service, Coffee Mornings, Harvest-In and the famous St Patrick’s Cream Teas. Both churches celebrate their annual patronal festivals with St Barnabas Church carrying their celebration across a weekend. We have an active Ladies Fellowship group which meet monthly in St Barnabas. The Parochial Church Council of St Barnabas and St Patrick, High Spen and Rowlands Gill is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for everyone, especially for children, young people and vulnerable adults. It has adopted and approved the Church of England policy for promoting a safer church This policy deals with all aspects of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. To discuss any safeguarding concerns relating to our churches please contact the Parish Safeguarding Officer Linda Matthews by email: lindacolinmatthews@hotmail .co.uk

Concerns can also be raised with the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor, Mrs Beth Miller – she can be contacted as follows:
Address: Cuthbert House, Stonebridge, Durham DH1 3RY
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Mobile: 07968 034075

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet, with details of forthcoming events and services. All welcome!
06/09/2026

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet, with details of forthcoming events and services. All welcome!

We can't wait for Friday evening in the orchard - lots of fab prizes up for grabs too 🍏🌟🌌🎟💰🍏🌟
24/08/2026

We can't wait for Friday evening in the orchard - lots of fab prizes up for grabs too 🍏🌟🌌🎟💰🍏🌟

🌟🍏 It’s Back! An Evening Under the Orchard Sky 🍏🌟

Highfield Village Community Action Group, in collaboration with St Patrick’s Church, is delighted to bring back our much-loved Evening Under the Orchard Sky!

Join us on Friday 28th August, 5–8 pm in the Highfield Community Orchard for a fantastic evening of food, fun, and community.

There’s something for everyone, including:

🔥 Delicious Hog Roast
🍻 Refreshments (including a bar!)
🎈 Inflatable Slide
🎯 Prize Stalls
🎂 Cake Stall
🍾 Bottle Tombola
🎟️ Raffle

Bring your friends, family, and a picnic blanket, relax under the late summer sky, and enjoy a wonderful evening with your local community.

Whether you joined us last year or are visiting for the first time, we’d love to see you there. Come along, have fun, support your community, and help us make this year’s event our biggest and best yet!

Please like, share, and invite your friends—we can’t wait to welcome you! 🌳💚

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet with details of forthcoming services and events.
23/08/2026

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet with details of forthcoming services and events.

17/08/2026
Please find attached our latest Noticesheet with details of forthcoming services and events. There is a lot coming up, s...
09/08/2026

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet with details of forthcoming services and events. There is a lot coming up, so please do have a read.

Lovely to share in Monica and Connor's special day at St Patrick's today. Congratulations!
31/07/2026

Lovely to share in Monica and Connor's special day at St Patrick's today. Congratulations!

Join us this coming Sunday [02nd] at Strathmore Rd Methodist Church for our Together Worship service at 10.45am, where w...
30/07/2026

Join us this coming Sunday [02nd] at Strathmore Rd Methodist Church for our Together Worship service at 10.45am, where we'll share what we've been learning all week as Kingdom Builders - all welcome 🏗👷‍♂️🚧👷‍♀️🛠

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet, which contains details of upcoming services and events. All welcome!
26/07/2026

Please find attached our latest Noticesheet, which contains details of upcoming services and events. All welcome!

Thanks Off Key Music - Community Windband for a fabulous evening!
17/07/2026

Thanks Off Key Music - Community Windband for a fabulous evening!

We're really excited for tonight's Summer Concert with Off Key Music - Community Windband, tickets on the door - all wel...
17/07/2026

We're really excited for tonight's Summer Concert with Off Key Music - Community Windband, tickets on the door - all welcome 🎼🎷🎺🥁🎶🎫💜

📸 Our Thursday evening rehearsal is in full swing as we polish up our programme of music for our Summer Concert tomorrow night [17th] at Churches of St Barnabas & St Patrick, Parish of High Spen & Rowlands Gill, we can't wait to see you at 7.00pm 🎼🎷🎺🥁🎶🎫💜

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St Barnabas Church, Stirling Lane
Rowlands Gill
NE391PS

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